Supplier Quality Engineer

Manpower UK Ltd; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to conduct supplier audits and enhance quality processes in Dewsbury. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with industry standards and drive continuous improvement. Applicants should possess experience in supplier quality engineering and IATF certification. This role offers the potential for self-employed pay and requires travel to suppliers as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supplier quality engineer role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Understanding of quality systems and standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and report supplier audits.
• Manage PPAP submissions and advise on PPAP levels.
• Liaise with production teams to support quality issues.

Skills

Supplier quality engineering experience

IATF Lead Auditor certification

Knowledge of ISO 9001

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

We have a position for a Supplier Quality Engineer for a permanent position in Dewsbury. The successful candidate will conduct supplier audits, lead and enhance quality processes, ensure compliance with industry standards, and drive continuous improvement across the business. The role will be for a minimum of three months with the opportunity to be extended long term.

Key Responsibilities :

• Plan, conduct, and report supplier audits and visits and maintain audit records.
• PPAP management, tracking and maintaining PPAP submissions, approvals, questions, and documentation. Reviewing PPAP submissions, responding to supplier / internal queries and advising the purchasing team on PPAP levels.
• Supplier visits and audits will be required, this will include some travel to suppliers and maintaining audit records.
• Liaising with production teams to support production quality issues.
• Develop and implement quality strategies to meet business and customer requirements.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.

Skills & Experience :

• Proven experience in a supplier quality engineer role within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• IATF Lead Auditor certification or knowledge of IATF 16949
• Understanding of quality systems, standards (e.g., ISO 9001), and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within tight deadlines.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact as a supplier quality engineer within a global leader in the industry. The opportunity to be paid self-employed is an option. Due to the nature of the role UK and International travel will be required. If you have the expertise and drive we'd love to hear from you